Ingredients
1 pound ground beef1 cup chopped onion1 garlic clove, minced2 cups hot water1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste1 tablespoon beef bouillon granules1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano1 large egg, lightly beaten2 cups 4% cottage cheese2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese, divided 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese24 jumbo pasta shells, cooked and drained
Preparation
In a large skillet, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat, crumbling beef, until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in water, tomato paste, bouillon and oregano. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine egg, cottage cheese, 1 cup mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Stuff shells with cheese mixture.
Preheat oven to 350°. Arrange shells in a greased 13x9-in. or 3-qt. baking dish. Pour meat sauce over shells. Cover; bake 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining mozzarella cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes longer.
